ARTHUR MELENDY

piano - voice - music theory

​Arthur grew up in Rockland Maine, participating in all sorts of music groups including The Maine Boys Choir and The Maine All State Chorus, to name a few. He also has experience with theatrical performance. His main instrument is piano, although he has also played trumpet, French horn and baritone horn. After college, where he studied Music Theory at the Crane School of Music, he returned to Maine. He has been teaching privately for over 17 years. He accepts piano, voice and music theory students of all ages and will adjust his lesson plan to fit the needs and interests of each student. Arthur understands that, whether they're a child or an adult, a new student can get nervous at the time of his/her first few lessons. Arthur has a gentle and easy going personality that will help any new student feel very comfortable in no time. Arthur also plays in the Portland based band The Waiters. They are an experienced wedding/GB band that makes any occasion very special. You can see and hear them at www.thewaiters.comArthur also plays wedding ceremonies and cocktail/dinner music as a solo pianist.